Transportation Driver

Founded in 1917, Providence College (PC) is a premier Catholic liberal arts institution steadfastly committed to academic excellence through a dynamic core curriculum, a distinctive Development of Western Civilization Program, and abundant experiential learning opportunities. The only U.S. higher education institution administered by the Dominican Friars, PC is committed to providing a variety of opportunities for intellectual, social, moral, and spiritual growth in a supportive environment. Providence College believes that cultural and intellectual pluralism is essential to the excellence of its academic programs, and strives to foster an academic culture and campus community reflecting the global environment in which we live and work.

The approximately 105-acre campus is situated in Rhode Island’s capital city and is close to the many cultural and educational offerings of Rhode Island’s “renaissance city.” Additionally, Providence is located an hour from Boston and just a few hours from New York City.

For years, Providence College has been recognized in the U.S. News & World Report “Regional Universities – North Category” and has been commended by several other ranking publications.

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title Transportation Driver Overview
The Transportation Driver is responsible for transporting positive COVID -19 patients to off-campus lodging, and providing food deliveries, as well as student prescription pick-up and drop off.

Hours: Monday through Friday. One shift is available:

• 1:00pm-7:00pm (afternoon shift) Essential Duties:
Vehicles and disinfection tools/equipment will be provided by the College:

• Responsible for cleaning and disinfecting commonly touched surfaces at the beginning and
end of each transport, particularly if the vehicle is also used by other drivers, following the
directions on the cleaning product’s label. Frequently touched surfaces include the steering
wheel, gearshift, signaling levers, door handles, and seatbelt buckles.

Personal Protective equipment ( PPE ) will be provided by the College:
• Must be able to wear a cloth face-covering per CDC and Occupational
Safety and Health Administration ( OSHA ) guidance and State and local requirements.

• Provide support for Education Department

• Assist with any other transportation needs on and off-campus, as needed. Marginal Duties:
All other duties as assigned. Education and Experience Required
• Valid driver’s license for a minimum of 3 years, with a good driving history required
• 1-2 years of related experience
• Good organizational and communication skills

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to lift packages, varying in size and weight. Employee Status Full Time Union Status Non-Union Shift: If other, please enter regular schedule. EEO Statement
Providence College does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, national and ethnic origin, sex, gender, except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, veteran status, or genetic information. The College will develop, and from time to time update, an affirmative action program and will insist on a good-faith effort on the part of its employees to comply with the program. The College will request and expect its agents and those with whom it conducts its affairs to meet the commitment of this important program.

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number AS442P Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents